New Delhi: Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Minister, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday paid tributes to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh on his 66th death anniversary.

In a series of tweets, Naidu said, "I join the nation in paying tributes to the great nationalist Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his death anniversary. He was a visionary leader, who sacrificed his life for the unity and integrity of the nation. Nation is ever grateful for his contributions and services." "He served with distinction as Union industry Minister and was a distinguished Parliamentarian. He continues to inspire millions of men & women to serve the motherland."